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Gender stereotypes

Έμφυλα στερεότυπα

Short definition

Generalised assumptions about how people should look, behave or contribute because of their gender.

Γενικευμένες υποθέσεις για την εμφάνιση, τη συμπεριφορά ή τον ρόλο των ανθρώπων με βάση το φύλο τους.

Context & interpretation

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EIGE · Gender stereotypes ↗

GYNĒMA learning notes, added 7 October 2026. Definitions are not legal advice. Legal meanings and remedies depend on the jurisdiction. Some institutional glossaries contain older terminology; check the source’s date and context.

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